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Stuff You Missed in History Class

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Women in the Labor Movement: The Oakland General Strike of 1946

This chapter highlights the pivotal role of retail workers, particularly women, in the 1946 Oakland general strike and their contributions to the labor movement. It also addresses the need for further research into women's organizing efforts, including Iceland's Women's Day Off, and reflects on the historical narrative of labor rights that often overlooks women's stories.

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